The Pakistan Army stands as a multifaceted institution that has significantly influenced the nation’s trajectory. Its impact extends well beyond traditional duties of safeguarding borders and ensuring national security, touching various aspects of citizens’ lives and the country as a whole.
In addition to its defensive role, the Army has been a leading force in providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief during crises. Its swift response to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and other calamities have been pivotal in saving lives, offering aid, and reconstructing communities.
The Pakistan Army actively engages in diverse development and infrastructure projects across the country. Through initiatives like the Army Welfare Trust and Frontier Works Organization, it has played a pivotal role in constructing roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, and critical infrastructure, particularly in remote and underdeveloped regions.
Contributions extend globally, with participation in numerous United Nations peacekeeping missions, earning international recognition for efforts in maintaining peace and stability.
Furthermore, the Army is committed to providing education and healthcare facilities. Establishing schools and colleges, especially in areas lacking educational resources, and operating military hospitals serving both military personnel and civilians, exemplify dedication to the public welfare.
Our Army is a source of pride for the nation, and the free and secure environment we live in is due to the sacrifices of our brave Army. Efforts to create divisions between the people and the Army will falter, and the country will progress towards prosperity through the collaborative efforts of all societal pillars.
The Army has excelled in collaboration with civilian governments, effectively assuming roles that ideally belong to them. Its invaluable service to the nation remains an integral part of the journey towards a more stable, prosperous, and harmonious future.
Following this, there’s a prevailing trend characterized by negativity. Negativity infiltrates the very fabric of society,. Whether through cynicism, pessimism, or disdain, it profoundly affects the collective mindset.
Negativity is prevalent within our political landscape. It’s often convenient to attribute every controversy to the establishment. In Pakistan, negativity gains quick popularity, and is propagated by leading political leaders, media figures, and public figures to propagate negativity. Many newspapers, journalists, writers, and public figures spread negativity and false news to boost their popularity. There’s a general belief that negativity attracts more attention than positivity, and politicians and media personalities exploit this.
Pakistan is approaching general elections on February 8. It’s become a trend among certain unsuccessful leaders to blame the establishment for interfering with them, whereas the reality is quite the opposite. The Pakistani establishment plays a positive role in ensuring smooth elections. Their involvement isn’t to influence the outcome but to safeguard the process, infrastructure, and most importantly, the safety of citizens exercising their democratic right.
Their responsibilities in facilitating smooth elections are multifaceted and crucial. During elections, one of the primary roles of the Pakistani establishment is to ensure security. It is responsible for maintaining law and order, providing a secure environment for citizens to cast their votes without fear of intimidation, coercion, or violence. Their presence acts as a deterrent against disruptions or threats that could compromise the fairness of the process.
The Army’s logistical capabilities are invaluable during elections. They aid in transporting election materials, setting up polling stations in challenging terrains, and providing essential support to election officials. Their expertise in managing large-scale operations significantly contributes to the efficiency of the electoral process.
Safeguarding critical infrastructure, like communication networks and power supplies, is another vital role. Ensuring their uninterrupted functioning is essential for the smooth conduct of elections, as any disruption could affect the process and citizen participation. In the unfortunate event of natural disasters or unexpected crises, the military’s expertise in disaster response and humanitarian aid becomes indispensable. They step in to provide necessary assistance, maintain order, and ensure that the electoral process continues with minimal disruption.
The establishment serves as an unbiased overseer and protector of the electoral process’s integrity. Its presence aids in preventing electoral fraud, coercion, or irregularities, thereby maintaining fairness and transparency. It’s essential to emphasize that the establishment’s participation in elections adheres to the country’s laws and operates under civilian oversight. Its role remains non-partisan, solely focused on ensuring the integrity and smooth operation of the electoral process, respecting the will of the people and the democratic principles of the nation. The armed forces’ role in facilitating seamless elections is invaluable. Their contributions to ensuring security, stability, logistical support, and safeguarding the democratic process are crucial in upholding democratic principles and enabling citizens to freely and safely exercise their right to vote. Their dedication to the sanctity of the electoral process fortifies the pillars of a robust democracy.
Additionally, the establishment is staunchly committed to remaining neutral. It’s imperative for our politicians to understand this reality. There has been a tendency among politicians to seek support from the establishment to win elections. However, when the establishment exhibits neutrality, some elements tend to blame the forces. One political party targeted both civilian and military installations, and when higher authorities opted for military court proceedings, they began speaking against the Army.
Our Army Chief and the Pakistan Army have played a significant role in the country’s economic revival for the first time. The dollar rate has decreased, anti-smuggling measures have been initiated, the SIFC has been set up, and an agricultural revolution is underway.
It’s crucial for everyone to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of our Army to the nation. Under the leadership of COAS Gen Asim Munir, our Army is wholeheartedly committed to maintaining neutrality, a stance that should be comprehended by all segments of society. The Army has pivotal professional responsibilities, and involving them in controversies isn’t constructive. The nation comprehends this reality and will reject the anti-establishment narrative in the forthcoming elections. The people clearly discern who is right and who is wrong. By rejecting anti-state elements, the nation will exhibit its maturity.
Our Army is a source of pride for the nation, and the free and secure environment we live in is due to the sacrifices of our brave Army. Efforts to create divisions between the people and the Army will falter, and the country will progress towards prosperity through the collaborative efforts of all societal pillars.
